Understanding General Intercessions for Daily Mass
General intercessions, also known as the "Prayer of the Faithful" or "Universal Prayer," are an essential part of the Catholic Mass where the congregation joins together to pray for the needs of the Church and the world. These intercessions are called "general" because they address universal concerns that affect all Catholics and humanity as a whole.
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General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Friday, September 5, 2025
Saint Teresa of Calcutta, religious
○Optional Memorial
Liturgical Color: White
General Intercessions for Saint Teresa of Calcutta, religious
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Teresa of Calcutta's selfless love for the poorest of the poor, may always be a beacon of Christ's compassion in the world, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may prioritize the needs of the destitute, the dying, and the marginalized in their policies and actions, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all who serve the poor and suffering, especially the Missionaries of Charity, that they may be filled with the joy and strength of St. Teresa, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may learn from Mother Teresa to see Christ in the distressing disguise of the poor and to serve Him with wholehearted love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where the cry of the poor is heard and where all are committed to works of mercy and charity, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who feel unwanted, unloved, or uncared for.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who ministered to Christ in the poor may now rejoice with St. Teresa of Calcutta in God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may encourage a deep love for the poor and a commitment to social justice, like St. Teresa, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may recognize the inherent dignity of every human person, especially the most vulnerable and forgotten, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling with spiritual darkness or a sense of God's absence, that St. Teresa's witness may bring them hope, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not be afraid to embrace poverty of spirit and to find our treasure in serving Christ in those who have nothing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that actively seeks out and serves the poorest of the poor in our midst, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be welcomed by Christ, who identifies with the least of His brothers and sisters, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Optional Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may always be attentive to the newness of the Holy Spirit, embracing fresh wineskins for the ever-new wine of the Gospel, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That leaders of nations may be open to new approaches and solutions for the challenges facing their people, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are resistant to change or stuck in old ways, that they may be renewed by the Spirit and embrace the new things God is doing, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may not cling to old wineskins of sin or outdated habits, but allow Christ to pour His new wine into our hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place of constant renewal and openness to the Holy Spirit, always ready for God's surprises, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all the faithful departed may enjoy the new wine of God's eternal kingdom, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may guide the Church with wisdom in discerning the new movements of the Spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all peoples may recognize that God is always doing something new, and be open to His transformative grace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are afraid of the future or uncertain about change, that they may find security in God's unchanging love, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may be flexible and adaptable in our faith, always ready to receive the new wine of the Spirit with joyful hearts, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that it may be a community that embraces renewal and creatively responds to the needs of our time, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For a greater spirit of openness to the Holy Spirit in the Church.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may be made new in Christ and share in the eternal freshness of His resurrection, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
About Our General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Our general intercessions are carefully written by Giuseppe Njualem, a seminarian at St. Peter's Seminary in London, Ontario. Each set of intercessions follows the guidelines established by the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) and is crafted with input from theology students and experienced clergy.
📅 Liturgically Accurate
Every intercession is crafted to reflect the specific liturgical season, rank, and saint of the day, ensuring theological accuracy and seasonal appropriateness.
🌍 Universally Focused
Our general intercessions address the four traditional categories: Church needs, world concerns, those in distress, and local community intentions.
📝 Ready to Use
Each option is formatted for immediate use by lectors and can be downloaded as a professional PDF for easy printing and reading during Mass.
✏️ Customizable
Edit any intercession to address your parish's specific needs while maintaining the theological structure and universal focus of general intercessions.